Happy Holidays everyone! I
cannot believe that 2013 is already over. This year has gone so so fast. In the
beginning of the year I got to read so much, but then I had many months where I
almost didn't read anything at all. I got a new apartment above my mom, which I
love, and I got a kitten in April. She's still killing me. But she's beyond
adorable as well. I had a very stressful year with my three diseases, but I
think I might be starting getting better. I hope. Anyway. I didn't get to read
as much as I wanted to. But I still read 118 books this year. And that is a lot
of stories up in my head. Today I'm sharing a list of the books that I read and
re-read; just in case you were curious :) Not adding the date of which I read
the books, but I guess you can see that if you click on my review link. Just
adding the books I read in the 12 months. You can also check out my Goodreads, if you are curious about the books
I'm going to read :)
Also wanted to share a bit
about my blogging this year as well. I wrote 313 blog posts and I'm pretty
happy about that. I passed 188,000 blog views, which makes me beyond happy.
<3 And I have passed 6000 blog comments as well. You guys are the best! Thank you
so so much. I have enjoyed this year a lot, despite not feeling the best. I have gotten to read a lot of amazing books. I have gotten to talk to a lot of amazing people online; people, authors, publishers. You are all amazing. Just wanted to thank you all for making 2013 such an amazing year :) Can't wait to start 2014 tomorrow. Excited for everything :)
Books Read and Re-Read in 2013
JANUARY
1. Under
the Never Sky by Veronica Rossi. (Hardcover, re-read)
2. Roar
and Liv by Veronica Rossi. (eBook, short story)
3. Through
the Ever Night by Veronica Rossi. (eARC)
4. Level
2 by Lenore Appelhans. (UK Paperback)
5. The
Fault in Our Stars by John Green. (Hardcover, re-read)
6. Revolution
19 by Gregg Rosenblum. (Hardcover)
7. The
Pledge by Kimberly Derting. (Hardcover, re-read)
8. The
Essence by Kimberly Derting. (Hardcover)
9. The
Nightmare Affair by Mindee Arnett. (eARC)
10. Across
the Universe by Beth Revis. (Hardcover, re-read)
11. A
Million Suns by Beth Revis. (Hardcover, re-read.)
12. As
They Slip Away by Beth Revis. (eBook, short story)
13. Shades
of Earth by Beth Revis. (Hardcover)
14. Paper
Valentine by Brenna Yovanoff. (Hardcover)
15. Grave
Mercy by Robin LaFevers. (Hardcover, re-read)
16. Dark
Triumph by Robin LaFevers. (eARC)
17. Looking
for Alaska by John Green. (Paperback)
18. Shadow
and Bone by Leigh Bardugo. (Hardcover, third read)
19. In
the Shadow of Blackbirds by Cat Winters. (Print ARC)
20. Siege and Storm by Leigh Bardugo. (Print ARC)
FEBRUARY
21. Legend
by Marie Lu. (Hardcover, third read)
22. Life
Before Legend by Marie Lu. (eBook, short story)
23. Prodigy
by Marie Lu. (Hardcover)
24. The
Cavendish Home for Boys and Girls. (Hardcover, re-read)
25. Wither
by Lauren DeStefano. (Hardcover, third read)
26. Seeds
of Wither by Lauren DeStefano. (eBook, short story)
27. Fever
by Lauren DeStefano. (Hardcover, re-read)
28. Sever
by Lauren DeStefano. (Hardcover)
29. Keeper
of the Lost Cities: Exile by Shannon Messenger. (eARC)
30. Island
of Fire by Lisa McMann. (eARC)
31. Doll
Bones by Holly Black. (eARC)
32. The
Eternity Cure by Julie Kagawa. (eARC)
33. Reboot
by Amy Tintera. (eARC)
34. Wild
Awake by Hilary T. Smith. (eARC)
MARCH
35. Taken
by Erin Bowman. (eARC)
36. Code
Name Verity by Elizabeth Wein. (Hardcover)
37. Let
the Sky Fall by Shannon Messenger. (Hardcover)
38. The
Sinister Sweetness of Splendid Academy. (Hardcover)
39. Clockwork
Princess by Cassandra Clare. (Hardcover)
40. 17
& Gone by Nova Ren Suma. (Hardcover)
41. The
Year of Shadows by Claire Legrand. (eARC)
42. Breadcrumbs
by Anne Ursu. (Hardcover)
APRIL
43. Altered by Jennifer Rush. (Hardcover)
44. If You Find Me by Emily Murdoch. (eBook)
45. Jellicoe Road by Melina Marchetta. (Hardcover, re-read)
46. In the Shadow of Blackbirds by Cat Winters. (Hardcover, re-read)
47. The Girl Who Was Supposed to Die by April Henry. (eARC)
48. A Face Like Glass by Frances Hardinge. (Paperback)
49. The Burning Sky by Sherry Thomas. (eARC)
50. The Bitter Kingdom by Rae Carson. (eARC)
51. The Shattered Mountain by Rae Carson. (eBook, short story)
52. Northern Lights by Philip Pullman. (Paperback)
53. The Subtle Knife by Philip Pullman. (Paperback)
54. The Amber Spyglass by Philip Pullman. (Paperback)
55. Gustav Gloom and the Nightmare Vault. (Hardcover)
56. Eleanor & Park by Rainbow Rowell. (Hardcover)
MAY
57. Find Me by Romily Bernard. (eARC)
58. Saving Francesca by Melina Marchetta. (Paperback)
59. The Piper’s Son by Melina Marchetta. (Paperback)
60. Of Poseidon by Anna Banks. (Hardcover, re-read)
61. Of Triton by Anna Banks. (Hardcover)
62. Unraveling by Elizabeth Norris. (Hardcover, re-read)
63. Undone by Elizabeth Norris. (eBook, short story)
64. Unbreakable by Elizabeth Norris. (Hardcover)
65. The 5th Wave by Rick Yancey. (eBook)
66. The Tailor by Leigh Bardugo. (eBook, short story)
JUNE
67. The Gorgon in the Gully by Melina Marchetta. (Paperback)
68. The Too-Clever Fox by Leigh Bardugo. (eBook, short story)
69. Tumble & Fall by Alexandra Coutts. (Print ARC)
70. Born of Illusion by Teri Brown. (Paperback)
71. Elecopter by Michael Slack. (Print ARC)
72. City Cat by Kate Banks. (Print ARC)
JULY
73. The Coldest Girl in Coldtown by Holly Black. (eARC)
74. The Real Boy by Anne Ursu. (eARC)
75. Not a Drop to Drink by Mindy McGinnis. (eARC)
76. All Our Yesterdays by Cristin Terrill. (eARC)
AUGUST
77. Cinder by Marissa Meyer. (Hardcover, third read)
78. Scarlet by Marissa Meyer. (Hardcover, re-read)
79. The Hallowed Ones by Laura Bickle. (Paperback, re-read)
80. The Raven Boys by Maggie Stiefvater. (Hardcover, re-read)
81. Gustav Gloom and the Four Terrors. (Hardcover)
82. The Dream Thieves by Maggie Stiefvater. (Print ARC)
83. Avalon by Mindee Arnett. (eARC)
SEPTEMBER
84. Rose Under Fire by Elizabeth Wein. (eARC)
85.
This Song Will Save Your Life by Leila Sales. (eARC)
86.
Monsters by Ilsa J. Bick. (Print ARC)
87.
The Outside by Laura Bickle. (Hardcover)
88.
Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell. (Hardcover)
89.
Stormdancer by Jay Kristoff. (Hardcover, re-read)
90.
Kinslayer by Jay Kristoff. (Hardcover)
91.
All the Truth That’s In Me by Julie Berry. (Hardcover)
92. Into the Still Blue by Veronica Rossi. (eARC)
OCTOBER
93. Perfect Ruin by Lauren DeStefano. (Hardcover)
94. Antigoddess by Kendare Blake. (Hardcover)
95. The Iron Traitor by Julie Kagawa. (Print ARC)
96. Enclave by Ann Aguirre. (Hardcover, re-read)
97. Endurance by Ann Aguirre. (eBook, short story)
98. Outpost by Ann Aguirre. (Hardcover)
99. Horde by Ann Aguirre. (Print ARC)
100. Foundation by Ann Aguirre. (eBook, short story)
101. Divergent by Veronica Roth. (Hardcover, 7th read)
102. Insurgent by Veronica Roth. (Hardcover, re-read)
103. Free Four by Veronica Roth. (eBook, re-read)
104. The Transfer by Veronica Roth. (eBook)
105. Cress by Marissa Meyer. (Print ARC)
106. Plus One by Elizabeth Fama. (Print ARC)
107. Allegiant by Veronica Roth. (Hardcover)
NOVEMBER
108. The Scorpio Races by Maggie Stiefvater. (Hardcover, 5th read)
109.
Faking Normal by Courtney C. Stevens. (eARC)
110.
Champion by Marie Lu. (Hardcover)
111.
Sekret by Lindsay Smith. (Print ARC)
112.
Love Letters to the Dead by Ava Dellaira. (eARC)
113.
The Winner’s Curse by Marie Rutkoski. (eARC)
114.
Cruel Beauty by Rosamund Hodge. (Print ARC)
115.
These Broken Stars by Amie & Meagan. (Print ARC)
DECEMBER
116. Graceling by Kristin Cashore. (Hardcover, 5th read)
117. Fire by Kristin Cashore. (Hardcover, 3rd read)
118. Bitterblue by Kristin Cashore. (Hardcover, 3rd read)
Tuesday, December 31, 2013
Cress Tuesday #10
After having read Cress I got this idea that I wanted to share a
small Cress teaser with you all every Tuesday this year. I will not
share which page the teasers are from, and I will not share any
spoilers. Just want to share some amazing things to get you all more
excited for Cress; because it is amazing. <3 So every tuesday here on
my blog will be a Cress Tuesday. I'm pretty excited about it :D Hope
you enjoy.
The teasers are from my ARC copy of Cress and may not be the same in the finished copy. <3
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~
She stared back at her own reflection as the doors slipped shut behind her.
The teasers are from my ARC copy of Cress and may not be the same in the finished copy. <3
~
She tensed. Wolf's voice was rough and desperate. She dared to meet his eyes.
His brow was damp with sweat, his pupils dilated.
His brow was damp with sweat, his pupils dilated.
~
She stared back at her own reflection as the doors slipped shut behind her.
Her heart started to pound. Thankfully no one else was in the elevator to witness her,
because she lost her hold on the glamour immediately, gaping into her own brown eyes and,
for the first time, felt horrified of who she saw in that reflection.
because she lost her hold on the glamour immediately, gaping into her own brown eyes and,
for the first time, felt horrified of who she saw in that reflection.
My review of Glitches. My review of The Queen's Army. My blog tour post of Cinder.
Was allowed to do this by Marissa and Macmillan; Thank you. <3 Marissa is the best. Check out her amazing website :D I'm also very much in love with the Lunar Chronicles facebook. So pretty. I hope you enjoy the teasers :) There will be one teaser each Tuesday. Can't wait for you all to read Cress :)
Was allowed to do this by Marissa and Macmillan; Thank you. <3 Marissa is the best. Check out her amazing website :D I'm also very much in love with the Lunar Chronicles facebook. So pretty. I hope you enjoy the teasers :) There will be one teaser each Tuesday. Can't wait for you all to read Cress :)
Saturday, December 28, 2013
In My Mailbox #113
I am not able to read. Grrr. But I think it's just because December has been super busy for me, and it still is super busy. Sigh. But that's okay. Because I'm having fun, for the most time :) Been playing a lot of Wii U with my sister. <3 And yesterday I finally got to see Frozen :D Been waiting so long for it. And it was just as perfect as I knew it would be. <3 Dying for blu-ray to come out. This week I posted my Best Books of 2013 post. And Cress Tuesday #9 teaser. <3 And a Merry Christmas post with a picture of me and my kitten :) Anyway. I got some awesome things this week too. Missing, still, but this time not too much. Anyway. I had an pretty amazing Christmas; though it isn't really over yet :) Not sharing everything that I got, as I did not get any bookish things. What did you get this week? <3
Gregor. Just had to buy these :D Got them pretty cheap. Kind of. Know little of the books, but excited.
Tiger Lily. I.. am still unsure if I will enjoy this book or not. Heartbreak. But I am still excited to read it.
Unhinged. US and UK edition :D They arrived days ago; from pre-ordering. <3 Reading it very soon.
The Madman's Daughter. This paperback is pretty gorgeous. Sigh. Been a year since I read it, but loved.
Through the Ever Night. This book is awesome. I just had to own the US paperback as well. <3 So good.
Catching Fire. Have the Deluxe version, so yeah, I kind of needed the regular one too. Hih. It is pretty.
The Hobbit. 3D glasses that my sister got me at the cinema :D They are gorgeous. Love them so much.
Plush Bear. Best Christmas present. I adore this plush bear. Wanted him so much. Thank you sister. <3
Lady Thief. Gorgeous swag that I got from the author. <3 Thank you so so much. I love all of it.
Alienated. Love this swag that I got from author because I pre-ordered the book :D So, so pretty.
Born of Illusion. Got this awesome swag for being a part of the blog tour. <3 Thank you so so much.
In My Mailbox is an weekly meme made by The Story Siren.
Gregor. Just had to buy these :D Got them pretty cheap. Kind of. Know little of the books, but excited.
Tiger Lily. I.. am still unsure if I will enjoy this book or not. Heartbreak. But I am still excited to read it.
Unhinged. US and UK edition :D They arrived days ago; from pre-ordering. <3 Reading it very soon.
The Madman's Daughter. This paperback is pretty gorgeous. Sigh. Been a year since I read it, but loved.
Through the Ever Night. This book is awesome. I just had to own the US paperback as well. <3 So good.
Catching Fire. Have the Deluxe version, so yeah, I kind of needed the regular one too. Hih. It is pretty.
The Hobbit. 3D glasses that my sister got me at the cinema :D They are gorgeous. Love them so much.
Plush Bear. Best Christmas present. I adore this plush bear. Wanted him so much. Thank you sister. <3
Lady Thief. Gorgeous swag that I got from the author. <3 Thank you so so much. I love all of it.
Alienated. Love this swag that I got from author because I pre-ordered the book :D So, so pretty.
Born of Illusion. Got this awesome swag for being a part of the blog tour. <3 Thank you so so much.
In My Mailbox is an weekly meme made by The Story Siren.
Thursday, December 26, 2013
Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas everyone! I have had an amazing time. <3 And excited for the days to come. Will share a bit about the things I got in my next IMM post. Just wanted to wish you all a Happy Holidays. <3
Wednesday, December 25, 2013
Waiting on Wednesday #115
"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.
LET THE STORM BREAK (Sky Fall #2) BY SHANNON MESSENGER
Goodreads Description:
Whirlwind romance and breathtaking action continues in the sequel to Let the Sky Fall, which Becca Fitzpatrick called “charged and romantic.”
Vane Weston is haunted. By the searing pull of his bond to Audra. By the lies he’s told to cover for her disappearance. By the treacherous winds that slip into his mind, trying to trap him in his worst nightmares. And as his enemies grow stronger, Vane doesn’t know how much longer he can last on his own.
But Audra’s still running. From her past. From the Gales. Even from Vane, who she doesn’t believe she deserves. And the farther she flees, the more danger she finds. She possesses the secret power her enemy craves, and protecting it might be more than she can handle—especially when she discovers Raiden’s newest weapon.
With the Gale Force weakened by recent attacks, and the power of four collapsing, Vane and Audra are forced to make a choice: keep trusting the failing winds, or turn to the people who’ve betrayed them before. But even if they survive the storms sent to destroy them, will they have anything left to hold on to?
I WILL read my eARC of this one soon. I will I will I will. Because I am dying to read it. I truly am. Just taking me forever to get myself to read it. I suck. But anyway. I cannot wait to finally start it. <3 And I'm so excited. Can't wait to read more of Vane and Audra; as I adore them both a whole lot. :)
What are you waiting for?
Goodreads Description:
Whirlwind romance and breathtaking action continues in the sequel to Let the Sky Fall, which Becca Fitzpatrick called “charged and romantic.”
Vane Weston is haunted. By the searing pull of his bond to Audra. By the lies he’s told to cover for her disappearance. By the treacherous winds that slip into his mind, trying to trap him in his worst nightmares. And as his enemies grow stronger, Vane doesn’t know how much longer he can last on his own.
But Audra’s still running. From her past. From the Gales. Even from Vane, who she doesn’t believe she deserves. And the farther she flees, the more danger she finds. She possesses the secret power her enemy craves, and protecting it might be more than she can handle—especially when she discovers Raiden’s newest weapon.
With the Gale Force weakened by recent attacks, and the power of four collapsing, Vane and Audra are forced to make a choice: keep trusting the failing winds, or turn to the people who’ve betrayed them before. But even if they survive the storms sent to destroy them, will they have anything left to hold on to?
Hardcover, 400 pages
Expected publication:
March 4th 2014
by Simon Pulse
Pre-Order here.I WILL read my eARC of this one soon. I will I will I will. Because I am dying to read it. I truly am. Just taking me forever to get myself to read it. I suck. But anyway. I cannot wait to finally start it. <3 And I'm so excited. Can't wait to read more of Vane and Audra; as I adore them both a whole lot. :)
What are you waiting for?
Tuesday, December 24, 2013
Cress Tuesday #9
After having read Cress I got this idea that I wanted to share a
small Cress teaser with you all every Tuesday this year. I will not
share which page the teasers are from, and I will not share any
spoilers. Just want to share some amazing things to get you all more
excited for Cress; because it is amazing. <3 So every tuesday here on
my blog will be a Cress Tuesday. I'm pretty excited about it :D Hope
you enjoy.
The teasers are from my ARC copy of Cress and may not be the same in the finished copy. <3
~
"That's enough, Sybil." Sybil froze and glanced at her queen. Her long, pale fingers were interlaced
over her skirt, but Sybil guessed that beneath the veil, her eyes would be sharp as needles.
~
My five stars review of Cress.
The teasers are from my ARC copy of Cress and may not be the same in the finished copy. <3
~
"That's enough, Sybil." Sybil froze and glanced at her queen. Her long, pale fingers were interlaced
over her skirt, but Sybil guessed that beneath the veil, her eyes would be sharp as needles.
~
My five stars review of Cress.
My review of Glitches. My review of The Queen's Army. My blog tour post of Cinder.
Was allowed to do this by Marissa and Macmillan; Thank you. <3 Marissa is the best. Check out her amazing website :D I'm also very much in love with the Lunar Chronicles facebook. So pretty. I hope you enjoy the teasers :) There will be one teaser each Tuesday. Can't wait for you all to read Cress :)
Monday, December 23, 2013
Best Books of 2013
Last year I shared the top 24 books that I read in 2012. Going to do the same this year; though my absolute favorites will be at the top :) But I loved all of these books. Will also be doing a post with the books that I read in 2013 later. Anyway. I read some pretty amazing books this year. Did not love all of them, but I still read a whole bunch of amazing books :D Not including them all, because that would be a way too long list. 24 might be a bit many, but I like that number. So top 24 books it is :) Also. These are the books that I read for the first time this year. I re-read a few of my all-time-favorites. <3 And I have been a bit behind on reading this year.. but I'm hoping to be able to read much more in 2014. Hopefully starting that in January. Because I love reading so much, just need more time. Which books do you have on your list? And have you read any of the books that are my favorites? <3
1. Cress. I'm pretty sure this is the best book I read this year. It's really, truly perfect. I loved it.
2. The Dream Thieves. I really enjoyed this sequel. Even better than the first one. So much awesome.
3. In the Shadow of Blackbirds. Read it twice this year. Beautiful book. But also so very heartbreaking.
4. The Winner's Curse. This was a beautiful book. So amazing and heartbreaking and just perfect.
5. The Burning Sky. This book was unique and all kinds of amazing. I cannot wait for book two.
6. Horde. I read the entire series and I loved them all. This final book was truly perfect. I loved it.
7. If You Find Me. One of the most heartbreaking books. Yet also beyond beautiful. I loved it.
8. Monsters. This was an amazing ending to an awesome series. I loved this mostly-final chapter.
9. Kinslayer. I kind of loved this to pieces. It has everything. But it is also extremely sad and evil.
10. Siege and Storm. This book gave me so many feelings. It was pretty evil. Yet I loved it a lot.
11. Clockwork Princess. This was the devil. But I just had to include it. Most bittersweet ending.
12. The Year of Shadows. Such an adorable middle grade book. I will love everything by Claire.
13. Northern Lights. First book in an epic middle grade fantasy story. Such an amazing beginning.
14. The Subtle Knife. Second book and still just as amazing. These books gave me all the feels.
15. The Amber Spyglass. Last one. I'm still not over that evil ending. Yet so beautiful as well.
16. The Bitter Kingdom. I really loved this third and final book. It's romantic and full of adventures.
17. Into the Still Blue. This was a bit heartbreaking. But also so so good. I loved the ending a lot.
18. All Our Yesterdays. I really enjoyed this book. It was great. But now dying for book two to come.
19. The 5th Wave. Been a while since I read it, but I loved it a lot. I'm dying for book 2. Evil ending.
20. Eleanor & Park. This was different and beautiful. A bit hurtful about the ending. But so beautiful.
21. Exile. I adore this middle grade series. And I loved this second book. Cannot wait for number three.
22. Cruel Beauty. Just read this weeks ago, and I really enjoyed it. Good and pretty heartbreaking too.
23. Antigoddess. I really loved Antigoddess. But that ending killed me. Really hoping for it undone.
24. Plus One. No cover for this one yet, but it is such a beautiful book. You all need to read it in April.
1. Cress. I'm pretty sure this is the best book I read this year. It's really, truly perfect. I loved it.
2. The Dream Thieves. I really enjoyed this sequel. Even better than the first one. So much awesome.
3. In the Shadow of Blackbirds. Read it twice this year. Beautiful book. But also so very heartbreaking.
5. The Burning Sky. This book was unique and all kinds of amazing. I cannot wait for book two.
6. Horde. I read the entire series and I loved them all. This final book was truly perfect. I loved it.
7. If You Find Me. One of the most heartbreaking books. Yet also beyond beautiful. I loved it.
8. Monsters. This was an amazing ending to an awesome series. I loved this mostly-final chapter.
9. Kinslayer. I kind of loved this to pieces. It has everything. But it is also extremely sad and evil.
10. Siege and Storm. This book gave me so many feelings. It was pretty evil. Yet I loved it a lot.
11. Clockwork Princess. This was the devil. But I just had to include it. Most bittersweet ending.
12. The Year of Shadows. Such an adorable middle grade book. I will love everything by Claire.
13. Northern Lights. First book in an epic middle grade fantasy story. Such an amazing beginning.
14. The Subtle Knife. Second book and still just as amazing. These books gave me all the feels.
15. The Amber Spyglass. Last one. I'm still not over that evil ending. Yet so beautiful as well.
16. The Bitter Kingdom. I really loved this third and final book. It's romantic and full of adventures.
17. Into the Still Blue. This was a bit heartbreaking. But also so so good. I loved the ending a lot.
18. All Our Yesterdays. I really enjoyed this book. It was great. But now dying for book two to come.
19. The 5th Wave. Been a while since I read it, but I loved it a lot. I'm dying for book 2. Evil ending.
20. Eleanor & Park. This was different and beautiful. A bit hurtful about the ending. But so beautiful.
21. Exile. I adore this middle grade series. And I loved this second book. Cannot wait for number three.
22. Cruel Beauty. Just read this weeks ago, and I really enjoyed it. Good and pretty heartbreaking too.
23. Antigoddess. I really loved Antigoddess. But that ending killed me. Really hoping for it undone.
24. Plus One. No cover for this one yet, but it is such a beautiful book. You all need to read it in April.
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